Headline:
Blizzard Warning issued March 11 at 5:38AM PDT until March 12 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
Event:
Blizzard Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 11, 2026 - 5:38am
Expires:
March 11, 2026 - 7:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow. Additional snow
accumulations between 7 to 13 inches. For the Blizzard Warning,
blizzard conditions expected. Additional snow accumulation 5 to 10
inches. Wind gusts will peak around 50 mph Wednesday evening and
Wednesday night. For the Winter Storm Warning starting Thursday
morning, heavy snow expected. Additional snow accumulations
between 1 and 3 feet Thursday morning through Friday night.
* WHERE...Stevens Pass, and Holden Village.
* WHEN...For the first Winter Storm Warning, until 6 PM PDT this
evening. For the Blizzard Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 5 AM
PDT Thursday. For the second Winter Storm Warning, from 5 AM
Thursday to 5 AM PDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Visibilities may drop
below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow during the blizzard
warning. Strong winds could cause tree damage Wednesday evening
and Wednesday night.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow levels will rise Wednesday evening and
night with snow becoming heavy and wet and possibly mixing with
rain at times. Colder air will arrive early Thursday morning with
temperatures dropping back into the 20s. From Wednesday morning to
Friday night, periods of snow expected at Stehekin. Snow will
change to rain each afternoon. Total accumulations around 6 to 12
inches at Stehekin.
Instruction:
If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get
stranded, stay with your vehicle. For the latest travel information
in Washington, go to https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel
If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution and be
prepared for sudden changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room
between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to
reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be
especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your
car is winterized and in good working order.
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest travel
information in Washington, go to https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel
Area Description:
Western Chelan County
Forcast Office:
NWS Spokane WA
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